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Strategy to prevent Musculoskeletal Disorders launched in Canberra
WorkSafe ACT's strategy to prevent Musculoskeletal Disorders was recently launched to demonstrate its commitment to workplace health and safety.WorkSafe ACT says Construction, Healthcare, and Retail industries account for more than half of MSD-related workers' compensation claims.ACT work safety commissioner Jacqueline Agius said these are some of the…
SafeWork SA cancels class A asbestos removal licence
A South Australian asbestos removalist and demolition contractor has had their license cancelled due to a history of repeated contraventions.SafeWork SA accuses the contractor of creating health and safety risks by “potentially exposing people to friable asbestos.”“SafeWork SA will suspend, cancel or refuse a person’s licence renewal in order to addres…
Quad bike rider killed in crash south of Taranaki
A quad bike rider had died following a crash in south Taranaki.Police said the incident happened on Saturday morning.Emergency services were called to a private property in Waverley shortly before 9am.The rider died at the scene, according to police.Source: New Zealand Police.…
Perth boy in critical condition after worksite fall
WorkSafe is investigating an incident in which a 12-year-old boy was critically injured after he fell from a height at a Perth construction site.The boy was transported to Perth Children's Hospital on Monday evening, according to police.Reports indicated the boy was not alone at the time of the incident.He remained in hospital in critical condition Mon…
The most interesting SWMS we have written
The most interesting SWMS we have written
What is a Safe Work Method Statement?A Safe Work Method Statement (SWMS) is a legal document that outlines the safe working procedures for high-risk construction work tasks and identifies:The hazards associated with the work being carried out; andThe controls that can be put in place to mitigate those hazards; andThe responsibilities of those involved…
SafeWork SA wraps up falls awareness campaign
Safework Australia says only one notifiable serious injury associated with a fall was reported during their ‘April No-Falls’ safety campaign.The campaign was launched on 31 March 2022 and aimed to raise awareness of the dangers of working at height.SafeWork SA kept on releasing information, data and advice on fall prevention throughout the campaign per…
Vic building company charged after worker’s fatal fall
A Victoria building company faces charges for safety breaches following the death of a worker after a fall at a Melbourne construction site two years ago.The 26-year-old man fell from scaffolding onto concrete in April 2020.WorkSafe Victoria has charged the company under section 26(1) of the OHS Act for failing to ensure the workplace was safe and with…
Injured man flown to hospital after being trapped under heavy machinery
A man has been airlifted to hospital with leg injuries after he became trapped under heavy machinery Sunday afternoon.LifeFlight said the man was using a heavy ride-on roller on private property in the South Burnett region when he was injured. Emergency services were called to the scene just after midday.The man was flown to Toowoomba Hospital by the L…
Worker in hospital after electric shock in central Dunedin
A worker was taken to hospital with serious burn injuries after she received a shock from an electric cable.Emergency services were alerted to the incident in central Dunedin at about 9am on Friday morning.The 34-year-old woman suffered burns to her arm after cutting a live cable in a trench.She was taken to Dunedin Hospital in a serious condition.Work…
Winners announced for 2021 Worksafe Victoria awards
The winners of the 2021 WorkSafe Victoria awards have been announced. The winners include businesses, workers and health and safety representatives who have gone the extra mile to ensure Victorians are safe at work. WorkSafe Victoria said it received more than 180 nominations but only 23 finalists were shortlisted for the awards. Eight winner…
Public input sought on crane licensing
Safe Work Australia is seeking public input on crane licensing to identify areas that need to be improved.The safety agency has released a discussion paper for a six-week consultation period until Thursday, 16 June.Safe Work Australia said “We invite all stakeholders with an interest in the high risk work licensing framework to provide their views, suc…